Wednesday, April 1, Lenten Journey 2020, Day 38 of 40
Loving God and loving neighbor means that ego, the
self, must be parked conveniently out of the way for us to properly share our
love with others. Selflessness and sacrifice are words which describe our
condition when selfish motives are removed from our lives to allow for purer
love for others. Jesus Christ gives us the ultimate example of selflessness and
sacrifice as he accepts the Cross. Our crosses – physical, financial, relationships,
spiritual – are heavy but we bear them
because we have found a new strength through our prayers, fasting and walking
through the Lenten Journey. Our perception has changed and with a new heart we
understand and are ready to accept Jesus’ words, “Those who love their life
lose it, and those who hate their life in this world will keep it for eternal
life. Whoever serves me must follow me,
and where I am, there will my servant be also. Whoever serves me, the Father
will honor.” (John 26-27)
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